Singer to retire

**Adam43** · 17 Nov 2004, 20:21 (Ref:1156329)

Norbert Singer is about to retire from Porsche. I am a big Porsche fan and this guy has shaped those cars and races that gave me no choice but to become a fan. He will stay on as a consultant, but I feel this is a significant moment in Porsche racing and racing in general.

Source: Autosport 18/11/04

simon c · 17 Nov 2004, 20:46 (Ref:1156347)

Agree totally. Massive respect to him and his influence and achievements over the years.

Does this mean a downgrading of Porsche Motorsport activities? Was a reason given for him retiring?

**PascaLM** · 17 Nov 2004, 20:51 (Ref:1156356)

He deserves a tribute for his action for Porsche in endurance races.

**Adam43** · 17 Nov 2004, 20:59 (Ref:1156366)

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Originally posted by simon c
Was a reason given for him retiring?

Just that he had reached retirement age.

jhansen · 17 Nov 2004, 21:14 (Ref:1156386)

Amazing individual that helped to shape the image of an icon.

Interesting that we almost tend to expect that these kind of people will be around and involved forever. But he has certainly had a long and full career and definitely deserves to rest on his laurels. With that said, he will be retained as a consultant...which in motosport allows you to stick around for some time in any number of capacities.

tblincoe · 17 Nov 2004, 22:10 (Ref:1156475)

amazingly talented individual in terms of engineering and technical prowess

as for the affecting Porsche's Motorsport abilities, I don't believe Singer was a major factor in Porsche's Motorsport activities for a little while, so it shouldn't affect them at all in that regard.

Fab · 18 Nov 2004, 06:28 (Ref:1156722)

"Un grand Monsieur", no doubt !

**Aysedasi** · 18 Nov 2004, 08:23 (Ref:1156769)

Definitely a man who will be missed (actually has been missed for some time anyway).

mikmx · 18 Nov 2004, 08:45 (Ref:1156792)

Does any one know if has written an autobiography yet? That would be a intresting read i'm sure! Maybe he can do that in his new found spare time.

Karl Kling · 18 Nov 2004, 14:47 (Ref:1157094)

I remember reading somewhere that he repeatedly asked Dr Wiedeking if there was going to be a new Le Mans program before his retirement...

cybersdorf · 18 Nov 2004, 20:51 (Ref:1157400)

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Originally posted by mikmx
Does any one know if has written an autobiography yet? That would be a intresting read i'm sure! Maybe he can do that in his new found spare time.

And just think of the stories he won't ever publish!

Happy Snapper · 19 Nov 2004, 08:25 (Ref:1157760)

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Originally posted by cybersdorf
And just think of the stories he won't ever publish!

Just think yes Cybers what stories!

I was staying in a little hotel with the Cottons and Brooks last year for the Nurburgring LMES race. The place was littered with racing memorabilia, there was a picture of a group of 917’s with a very youthful Dr
Singer overseeing the work!

mikmx · 19 Nov 2004, 14:12 (Ref:1158134)

@ Happy:
have you been to the Pistenklaus restaurant/bar in Nurburg? Great pics on the wall and just great to try and decode all the autographs. They serve a nice pizza caprese too.

Happy Snapper · 19 Nov 2004, 14:20 (Ref:1158151)

May be the one on the left as you come from the circiut into town? The hotel was further down round to the right as you go out of the village

and red wine we sorry I need a wine smilie

Fab · 20 Nov 2004, 07:19 (Ref:1159005)

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Originally posted by Happy Snapper
I need a wine smilie

Flash Compact · 21 Nov 2004, 18:56 (Ref:1160116)

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Originally posted by Happy Snapper
Dr Singer overseeing the work!

Whilst Herr Singer is undoubtedly a "Great Man", he never was a "Dr"..

mikmx · 22 Nov 2004, 08:03 (Ref:1160504)

Cheers HappyS! The Pistenklaus when you go into town on the left side the M test center. Turn right there and after 100m going downhill on your right. jeremy Clarkson was sitting there in the top gear item about Jaguar on the Nurburgring that was on recently. They have red wine but also big beers.

Happy Snapper · 22 Nov 2004, 13:25 (Ref:1160804)

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Originally posted by mikmx
Cheers HappyS! The Pistenklaus when you go into town on the left side the M test center. Turn right there and after 100m going downhill on your right. jeremy Clarkson was sitting there in the top gear item about Jaguar on the Nurburgring that was on recently. They have red wine but also big beers.

yep thats the place 500mm and I tested a few bottles of red!

Garrett · 22 Nov 2004, 15:10 (Ref:1160885)

To bad he is leaving! And Porsche said they might return in 2006. Maybe Singer will hold on for one more year, return to Le Mans with Porsche in 2006, and win in outright for one last time!! That would be the icing on the cake!!!!!

Happy Snapper · 22 Nov 2004, 15:17 (Ref:1160891)

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Originally posted by Garrett
To bad he is leaving! And Porsche said they might return in 2006. Maybe Singer will hold on for one more year, return to Le Mans with Porsche in 2006, and win in outright for one last time!! That would be the icing on the cake!!!!!

He was very interested in the under tray of the Nasamax car at Le Mans last year and was taking pictures with him digital camera

cybersdorf · 22 Nov 2004, 15:25 (Ref:1160897)

Holiday snaps, as usual.

Happy Snapper · 22 Nov 2004, 20:52 (Ref:1161157)

I guess so or maybe some "research"!

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